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How Spirituality Can Save Us from Global Chaos (w/ Payam Akhavan)

Mar 11, 2025

In this enlightening conversation, Payam Akhavan, a renowned human rights lawyer and former UN prosecutor, discusses how spirituality can pave the way to global peace. He addresses pressing challenges like climate change and rising nationalism, advocating for a collective awakening rooted in empathy and authentic relationships. Akhavan shares personal stories of resilience from the Baha'i community, emphasizing the importance of justice and moral commitment. He inspires hope by highlighting small acts of kindness that can drive societal transformation.

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Payam Akhavan

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Quick takeaways

World peace is inevitable but requires a collective vision to overcome divisive ideologies and environmental challenges.

A spiritual awakening emphasizing empathy and community connection is crucial for humanity's progress and achieving lasting peace.

Deep dives

The Inevitability of World Peace

World peace is viewed as not just a possibility but an inevitable outcome of humanity's evolution. The conversation stresses the importance of overcoming divisive, materialistic ideologies that conflict with the unity of humankind. Transformative changes must arise from a collective vision rather than being prompted by catastrophic events. As global interdependence grows, it becomes increasingly clear that the well-being of individuals is linked to the well-being of the entire planet.

Intro

5min

Reimagining Global Peace: Challenges and Hope

32min

A Journey Through Persecution and Identity in the Baha'i Faith

5min

Reflections on Justice, Sacrifice, and Human Potential

6min

Persecution and Resilience: The Baha'i Women's Struggle in Iran

7min

Navigating Forces of Integration and Disintegration

3min

World peace isn’t just possible—it’s inevitable. But will we get there through collective vision or after unimaginable catastrophes? Renowned human rights lawyer and former UN prosecutor Payam Akhavan joins us on Soul Boom to discuss the forces pulling the world apart, and those bringing us together. They dive deep into the existential crises of our time: climate change, rising nationalism, economic inequality, and the urgent need for a global spiritual awakening.

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Executive Produced by: Kartik Chainani